A conventional metronome might handle odd meters, another tempo ramps or rhythm patterns. BackBeat does them all - and lets you combine each element seamlessly into the exact practice sequence you need.
From metronome clicks, rhythms, time signatures and groupings to tempo changes and ramps, drums, drones and intonation practice, BackBeat brings everything together in seamless sequences you can create in seconds, precisely targeting whatever you're working on.
Key Features:
Sequence Builder - Combine rhythms, tempos, time signatures and groupings, tempo changes and ramps, drum patterns, polyrhythms, drones and more into complete practice sequences
Drum Machine - Full drum pattern editor with built-in grooves, per-instrument velocity control, multi-bar patterns, and per-cell tuplets. Edit in the visual grid builder or directly on the timeline
Custom Drum Kits - Import your own WAV samples to create custom kits with per-kit volume tuning and FX settings
Drum FX - 7-effect audio chain: EQ, compression, filter, reverb, delay, pitch shift, and distortion with beat-synced delay and live preview
WAV Export - Render your full sequence with FX to a WAV file for sharing or use in any DAW
Save & Load - Save your practice sequences and custom drum patterns to reuse whenever you need
Tempo Tools - Add tempo changes, smooth tempo ramps (click or drums), and automatic speed builders
Rhythm Transitions - Practice challenging switches between straight and triplet feels, or any rhythm combination
Custom Patterns - Create complex rhythms with the visual grid editor, or instantly combine existing patterns
Time Signatures - Standard and custom time signatures with configurable accent patterns and seamless time signature changes
Haptic Feedback - Feel the beat with precise tactile feedback on supported devices
Swing Feel - Add swing to any pattern, from straight to heavy jazz swing
Count-In - Configurable count-ins up to 8 bars
Loop Mode - Repeat sequences with optional progressive speed building
Practice Timer - Track your session time to build consistent practice habits
Pendulum Visualisation - Classic visual metronome with beat tracking
Polyrhythms - With real-time polygon visualisation
Drone - Play continuous notes and chords alongside the metronome, changing notes anywhere in the sequence - perfect for tuning, string players and intonation practice
MIDI Export - Export your sequences as .mid files for use in any DAW
Import/Export - Share sequences and drum patterns via .backbeat files
Extensive Theme Support - Choose from 37 presets or create your own
Ratings & Reviews
4.9
out of 5
7 Ratings
New drum kits with more velocity layers
New demo sequences to show what BackBeat can do
Drum Mixer – balance individual drum volumes
Bulk velocity adjustment – set a level or change existing velocities by an amount or percent
Customisable velocity buttons – long-press to set your preferred levels
Test drum sounds at your selected velocity in the Grid Builder and Timeline
Redesigned Drum Grid Builder
Improved Timeline editing controls and smoother playback visuals
Performance and reliability improvements
Version 2.4
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Information
Seller
TIMOTHY JAMES POULOS
Size
47.7 MB
Category
Music
Compatibility
Requires iOS 18.0 or later.
iPhone Requires iOS 18.0 or later.
iPad Requires iPadOS 18.0 or later.
Mac Requires macOS 15.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.
